Careers in Criminal Defence and Civil Litigation
We offer opportunities to the most promising lawyers and legal support staff in NSW, ACT and WA. As market leaders in the industry, we proudly elevate the standard expected of professionals operating in this difficult area of the law.
CAREERS
Mentoring and supporting our lawyers and staff is at the heart of what we do. Sharing our knowledge allows each of our team members to learn and grow. We love receiving positive feedback about our lawyers from clients, other members of the profession and the judiciary.
At Hugo Law Group you will be surrounded by intelligent, honest, ambitious people who work hard to get the best outcomes for our clients. You will have access to competitive employee benefits and training, and the opportunity to practice across NSW, ACT and WA.
Our Perth office is seeking experienced criminal lawyers with a minimum of 2+ and 5+ years’ post-admission experience to join our growing national criminal law firm.
About us
Hugo Law Group is a dynamic national criminal law firm with offices in Perth, Sydney and Canberra. We are recognised for providing exceptional representation to people facing serious criminal charges and for the quality, preparation and strategic approach we bring to every matter.
Our culture is collaborative, ambitious and people focussed. We prioritise mentoring, professional development and arming our lawyers with the skills they need to succeed. At Hugo Law Group you will work alongside talented practitioners and have access to meaningful training and competitive employee benefits.
Description
The first role would suit a Criminal Lawyer with 2+ years post-admission experience who is passionate about criminal law, client service and delivering high-quality legal work.
You will work closely with our Partners across a broad range of criminal matters. The role will involve managing and progressing your own files, analysing evidence, preparing matters for hearing and trial and briefing and working closely with counsel in serious and complex proceedings.
You will have the opportunity to be involved in matters from the initial client conference through to finalisation, while continuing to develop your technical skills, strategic judgment and confidence in managing increasingly complex work.
The second role would suit a Criminal Lawyer with 5+ years post admission experience who not only has the skills and demonstrated experience of managing complex criminal matters but can also mentor and support junior solicitors.
You must also have the following attributes:
- A genuine interest in building a long-term career in criminal defence.
- Experience managing your own files or significant aspects of criminal matters with appropriate supervision.
- Strong legal analysis, research and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written communication and drafting skills.
- The ability to carefully analyse evidence and identify the key issues in complex matters.
- Strong client management and communication skills.
- A proactive and organised approach to file management and matter preparation.
- Sound judgment, attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Benefits
In return for your expertise, enthusiasm and professionalism you will:
- Receive a competitive salary package, commensurate with your level of expertise and the role you will undertake, including a mobile phone, CPD training expenses, membership fees and legal practice certification costs.
- Work closely with some of the most highly regarded solicitors and barristers in Perth, Sydney and Canberra.
- Be joining a dynamic, exciting and growing criminal law firm with a highly enthusiastic and team-based culture.
- Structured mentoring and genuine support for your long term career progression.
- Have the opportunity to continually progress in your career.
How to apply
To apply, please email your CV, together with a cover letter, to [email protected].
Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 12 October 2026, however we reserve the right to close applications earlier if the right candidate is found.
All applications will be dealt with on a strictly confidential basis.
We encourage you to apply as and when advertised positions appear above. If there are no positions currently advertised but you would like to be considered for a future position, we invite you to send a covering letter and resume to [email protected].